Beit Dajan Dress

This dress represents the modern interpretation of the traditional Beit Dajan dress, a style that became widely recognized in the early twentieth century. Distinguished by its richly embroidered surface, it features the characteristic Jiyab motifs, composed of paired triangles, alongside the iconic cypress tree motifs, among the most celebrated elements of Beit Dajan embroidery. Crafted from black fabric, the dress provides a striking contrast that enhances the brilliance of the red silk embroidery, while the motifs flow harmoniously across the neckline, bodice, and side panels (banayeq), creating a composition of remarkable richness and detail.

The Inash Al-Usra Society continues to produce the Beit Dajan dress entirely by hand, faithfully preserving its authentic design, traditional motifs, and time-honored embroidery techniques. Every dress is meticulously embroidered by the Society’s skilled artisans, whose expertise—honed over more than six decades—ensures that this iconic garment remains a true expression of Palestinian heritage and craftsmanship.

Embroidery

Sumaya Hamed Duha

Has been working with the Inaash Al-Usra Society for over 30 years in the field of traditional Palestinian hand embroidery. She has been part of a network of craftswomen who have contributed to the Society’s continued production and the preservation of the quality of traditional embroidery. Drawing on her experience, she has facilitated the transfer of embroidery work from the Society to women in her village, providing them with employment opportunities and enabling them to contribute to the creation of these heritage pieces.

Sumaya is particularly passionate about embroidering shawls with traditional *Fallahi* (rural) motifs. She meticulously preserves the details and precision of traditional stitches, ensuring that every piece she creates serves as a continuation of the Inaash Al-Usra Society’s legacy of safeguarding Palestinian embroidery and supporting the craftswomen who carry this tradition across generations.

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